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Nigrescence Theory = The Process of becoming Black

#1 Pre-EncounterBeliefs and values are of dominant culture: "White is Right, Black is Wrong"Internalization of negative black stereotypesSeek acceptance from Whites and distance themselves from other Blacks#2 EncounterEvent triggers acknowledging impact of racism in one's lifeMay conclude that many White's will not view them as equal and focuses on their identity as a member of a group targeted by racism#3 Immersion/EmersionDesire to display visible symbols of one's racial identityAvoidance of White symbolsExplore aspects of own culture/history#4 InternalizationSecure sense of racial identityAbility to establish meaningful relationships with non-Black peersReady to build coalitions with members of other oppressed groupsCross & Fhagen-Smith'sModel of Black Identity DevelopmentBlack Racial Identity Model - 5 Stages#5 Internalization-CommitmentSecure sense of racial identityAbility to establish meaningful relationships with non-Black peersReady to build coalitions with members of other oppressed groupsInterview withDr. Steve BrownDirectorETSU Counseling Center3 Central Concepts1) Personal Identity (PI)- traits and characteristics that comprise an individual's personality

2) Reference Group Orientation (RGO)-how a person sees the world, their values and the lens through which their philosophical and political views are filtered